Garmin eTrex SE

The Garmin eTrex SE is a great budget GPS unit from Garmin. But don't be fooled by the price as the functionality is far superior than other GPS units above the price bracket the Garmin eTrex SE sits in.

Adventure easily with this simple-to-use GPS handheld for hikers with extra battery life, wireless connectivity and multi-GNSS support — so you can enjoy exploring more.

– Use in bright sunlight is not a problem with the high-resolution 2.2″ screen.

– A staggering 168 hours of battery life (With quality set of 2 x AA Batteries not included)

– Into geocaching? Get automatic updates from Geocaching Live to find your next cache. Normally you are paying over £400.00 to have this facility within a Garmin GPS unit.

– Plan trips and more when you pair with the Garmin Explore™ smart-device app.

– Need accurate tracking? You got it, even in challenging environments with multi-GNSS support.

– Keep your bearings with the digital compass so you’re always on course, this gives you accuracy when you make small movements or you are stationary.

MULTI-GNSS SUPPORT
Access multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou and QZSS) to track in more challenging environments than GPS alone.

GEOCACHING
Get automatic cache updates from Geocaching Live, including descriptions, logs and hints. When connected to the Garmin Explore app, each find will upload to your Geocaching.com profile.

DIGITAL COMPASS
Follow your bearing on the digital compass, which provides an accurate heading even when stationary.

ACTIVE WEATHER
When connected to the Garmin Explore app, you can get real-time forecast information, so you’re aware of the changing conditions.

BATTERY LIFE
Get long battery life of up to 168 hours in standard mode and up to 1,800 hours in expedition mode with 2 field-replaceable AA batteries (not included).

GARMIN EXPLORE APP
Connect with the Garmin Explore app for wireless software updates, cloud storage, trip planning, smart notifications and additional mapping.

N.B. The eTrex SE does not come with a USB A – USB C data transfer cable, we have them available to order from this link

Please see the video below to see the unit being used and the pros and cons of this great budget GPS unit from Garmin.

Specs

In the box

- eTrex SE
- Garmin Documentation

FAQ's

1. Can I put OS Maps on a Garmin eTrex SE GPS unit?

No, you can not as it does not have a colour screen, put you can import routes from the Garmin Explore App to navigate with as a black course line to follow on the screen.

2. Is the Garmin eTrex SE a good GPS for geocaching?

If you are on a budget and you just want to go geocaching this would be a great GPS for you, plus you can now access and download live Geoacaches to the device without the need for a computer when paired with a phone with Internet / Mobile Data.

4. What batteries does the Garmin eTrex SE use?

The Garmin etrex SE uses 2 x AA batteries.